Lawrence High School Library
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April 2022 Issue #49
Have a free period? Teacher out? Have some work to do? Come visit the Library!
APRIL is National Poetry Month
BOOK RIOT- Where You Can Find Online Poetry
April is National Poetry Month! Buying all the poetry books is a way to celebrate. When your book budget busts, you can visit these websites to find free poetry online.
Quote of the Month
April is Autism Awareness Month
Thinking Person's Guide to Autism
Autism news and resources from autistic people, professionals, and parents. Check this out!
Agent of Change
Amanda Gorman
Amanda Gorman was named the first National Youth Poet Laureate of the United States in 2017. In 2021, she became the youngest poet to write and read her work at a presidential inauguration. Click here to learn more!
WATCH: Amanda Gorman reads inauguration poem, 'The Hill We Climb'
Spotlight on A Database
Ancient and Medieval History
Provides information on nine civilizations -Ancient Egypt, Ancient Mesopotamia, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, ancient and medieval Africa, medieval Europe, the Americas, ancient and medieval Asia, and Islamic Empire. Username: xg39 Password: nbsls
Places To Find A Good Book!
16 Mythology-Inspired Books
Gods and goddesses are going strong. Some authors are taking ages-old mythology and making it attainable for the modern times. Others are creating their own mythologies for their YA adventures. Take a look for some great mythology-inspired reads!
Peninsula Public Library Website
Take a peek at what is going on at the Library! Find a book for curb side pick up! Take a trip to a museum with free passes! Database access also available.Use your library card to borrow books using Sora or get free homework help from Tutor.com
Find A Book in the LHS Virtual Library, Sora
Use your Google waffle to access Sora!
Epic Reads
Looking for your next great read? Check out Epic Reads. Includes Young Adult books from A to Z. Including videos, new releases, interviews, top lists and much more!
Teachers Corner
10 Tips for High Schoolers Creating Their First Resumes
Creating your first resume can be intimidating. Here are some resume tips from the experts at Deloitte, to help prepare for future career and college opportunities.
Research
Access Our School Databases for Research
Username: xg39 and Password: nbsls
Fun for Everyone!
Virtual Field Trips
These live and interactive programs led by a museum educator focus on specific topics in Indigenous histories, cultures, and contemporary lives.
Word of the Day
Learn a new word everyday. Impress your friends & teachers. Improve your vocabulary and SAT/ACT scores.
This Day in History
Encyclopedia Britannica brings you this day in history. Check out the option to find out what happened in history on your birthday or any day!
Questions? Ideas? lvutianitis@lawrence.k12.ny.us
Ms. Vutianitis, LHS Library
Email: lvutianitis@lawrence.k12.ny.us
Location: 2 Reilly Road, Cedarhurst, NY, USA
Phone: 516-295-8015
